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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1904

Page

2

Teagher Off to Fair Aged Mother Goes With Him

Charles A Johnson principal of Smallwood school wins The Washington Post prize for most popular eighth grade teacher. He and his aged mother plan a fifteen to thirty day trip to the Louisiana Purchase Exposition with $100 to cover expenses. Sophia Sanger, a second grade winner, may join a party of friends around July 1.

Mr. Johnson Secord St. Louis Chicago St. Lewis Exposition Sophia Sanger Ho Street

Plans for Vacation Trips With School Start Approaching

Miss Sanger contemplates vacations as the school term nears on September 15 while plans to depart in August unfold for Mrs. I. W. Vanderwerker of 411 C Street Southeast and others. Vanderwerker wins $100 and will join a National Geographic Society trip via the Virginias, with her son Harold sharing the prize money. Some delays in collecting funds linger as the group awaits travel details and return before school openings.

Sophia Sanger L W. Vanderwerker Miss Sanger Tencher I. W. Vanderwerker C Street New York Virginias Harold Monty

Boy Patriots Locked Up For Firecracker Offense

Twenty two boys were arrested after lighting firecrackers ahead of the Fourth. They were held on collateral ranging from one to six dollars at the First precinct station, with many facing midnight detention until court. Police emphasized preventing premature celebrations to avoid accidents. The list of those detained includes William P Marka sixteen, Thomas Harry thirteen, Pierpont Gilliam eleven, Samual Soper thirty five, Milton Wolfe fourteen, and others aged eleven to eighteen with several listed as Negro.

Maj Sylvester William P Marka Thomas Harry Pierpont Gilliam Samual Soper Milton Wolfe Elmer Dyer James Henderson Robert Marshall William O’brien Andrew Lee Raymond Lee William Henry Robert Crump Lewis Minor James Nelson Frank McCoy Wallace Cooper Paul

Airship Fails to Fly in Milwaukee Trial

Milwaukee, July 2. An airship built by John F. Steile was tested on the city outskirts but failed to lift. It rested on a platform, then dropped five feet after being pushed off, damaging parts. The steel tubing frame carried a propeller and rudder with offcloth canopy, powered like a bicycle, and after repairs another trial was planned.

Milwaukee Wis John F. Steile

Deadlock blocks Cuban loan and Palma notified

Breyer & Co New York offers to remit the entire 35 million loan in one payment if Congress grants authorization. They warn a further loan is impossible due to congressional deadlock. Veterans’ effort for a resolution fails as they cannot agree.

Palma Speyer & Co Havana Breyer & Co New York Congress Senor Palma

Norris men en route Hearst men on same train

National committeeman James L Norris led the regular Democratic delegates to the National Convention, departing by train amid cheers. Hearst delegates, including H J Schulters, prepared to contest seating before the credentials committee with affidavits and vouchers.

James L. Norris Pennsylvania St. Louie Chesapeake and Ohio West Lafayette H. J. Schulters Mr. Norris Hearst Con. B. Kennealy Ward Lavame Mound City Norris National Committee J Kelly Norris Har Wes J Fred Kelly George M. Bond Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Virginia James UL. Norris B. Hay William Cranch McIntire J. Fred Kelly John G. Campbell John F. Monaghan Thomas J. Moore Brith Thompson, Jr James A Watson Frank J. Wissner C. Felton N.L. Bogan Janters’ Hotel Bchulteis St. Louis

Parker Won't Attend Democratic Convention in St Louis

Kingston July 2 Judge Alton B Parker declines attending the Democratic National Convention at St Louis He will remain at Rosemont Esopus receiving news bulletins by telegraph and telephone Parker’s son in law Rev Charles Mercer Hall leads a Kingston party of 26 to St Louis to back his nomination Mrs Hall travels to join Mrs Daniel Manning in St Louis

Kingston N. Y Alton B. Parker St. Louis Rosemont Esopus Western Union Telegraph Company Judge Parker Hall Daniel Manning

Cleveland Their Choice for Presidential Nomination

Ex Senator James Smith leading the New Jersey delegation passed through Cleveland en route to St Louis. He named Grover Cleveland as New Jersey’s choice with Parker and Gray second and third, but the name would not be presented. Ex Gov Pattison and Charles Donnelly voiced support for Guffey as the Pennsylvania logical candidate. Pittsburg delegates also favored Guffey and believed he could win.

Pittsburg James Smith New Jersey St. Louis Grover Cleveland Parker Gray Cleveland Pattison Pennsylvania Charles Donnelly Philadelphia The Democracy Col. Guffey Guffey

Armenians appeal to US to stop Turkish massacres

Secretary Hay received a Persian cablegram dated July 3 urging the United States to intervene to save innocent Armenians amid reports of Turkish massacres. The message calls for Christian humanity and governmental action to halt the killings and protect lives.

America Hay Persia Ispanan United States Armoni

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promised to Cure Catarrh

An 19th century testimonial claims ringing in the ears and nasal catarrh arise from impure blood. The speaker says Hood's Sarsaparilla cured catarrh in head throat and bowels, restored appetite and sleep, and improved overall health, urging friends to try it in California Iowa.

Hood R. Lona California Iowa

Parker and Gorman Rivals Warily Eye Democratic Nomination

Delegates in Missouri discuss how Parker may secure a two thirds majority as negotiations among opposing camps continue. Cockrell and Gorman look to position themselves for the nominating convention amid Bryan opposition and strategic leverage.

Delegates Headed for St Louis in Democratic Nominating Run

The North Carolina delegation sails for St Louis with eighteen for Parker and two leaning to him, while Cleveland support is present but not pressed. Alabama moves toward Parker with Union of votes, New York and Georgia delegations depart, and Colorado signals tentative Parker favor. The day features multiple state delegations deciding support as they converge on the Democratic National Convention in St Louis.

Cockrell Bryan Yst German Banator Stone Parker Cock- Tell Missouri Gorman Davis West Virginia Jones Arkansas Senator Stone John T. McGraw Maryland Hedd Raleigh N. C Jaly Z North Carolina St. Louis Josephus Daniels Washington Hol Chambers Smith Cleveland Mobile Ala Col F. L. Russell Alabama Col. Russell Russell New York Judge Parker Birmingham Wiliam Hichardson T. C. McLelland Emmett O'Neal Richardson Underwood Olney Beiieves Cleveland Movement Louisiana New Orleans Paster E. Bruttschniit Democratic State Central Committee Sanders Blanchard Jefferson Georgia Atlanta St Louis Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis J. W. Maddox James R. Gray Atlanta Journal KR. Pamleton Macon Telegraph J. W. Smith Clark Howell Slane Cooper Union Tammany Halil Charles F. Murphy Manhattan Club Concord N. H New Hampshire Hogton Massachusetta Atis

Convention train carries Massachusetts and Maine delegates

A convention train transporting delegates from Massachusetts and Maine arrived in Mechanicsville New York. The event involved organized party movement and highlighted inter-state collaboration among delegates.

Massachusetts Maine Mechanicsville N.Y

New York for sound money in Democratic front at St Louis

New York Democratic leaders arrived in St Louis to push a sound money plank with David R. B. Hill as head of the resolutions committee and Edward Murphy steering New York’s 78 votes for Alton B. Parker. The platform and tariff stance remain unsettled as tensions with Tammany surface and Parker's nomination appears likely on either the first or second ballot.

St. Louis York United States David B. Hil Committee On Resolutions Judge Parker Hin Edward Murphy Patrick Hi. McCarren William F. Sheehan Jacob A. Canter Eliot Danforth David RB. Hu William F. Sheahan Committee On New York State Alton B. Parker Norman EK Mack Hill Hil Tammany Parker New York George B. McClellan

WANTS BROAD PLATFORM AT ST LOUIS RALLY

Former Senator Cannon says he seeks a broad Democratic platform and a leadership candidate to turn live issues into laws, criticizing rainbow chasing. Allen of Nebraska says he will stay with his party and predicts Bryan will attend St Louis, with a speech expected to surpass Chicago.

St. Louis Kansas City Cannon Utah Gorman Allen Nebraska Jefferson Hotel Bryan Chicago

Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Offer in Sunday Post

Abores offer a free sample bottle and book about Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root kidney remedy. Claims include relief from rheumatic and urinary issues and cures for back pain kidney bladder liver and urinary passages. Advertisement notes availability from Kilmer Co at Binghamton New York and requests mentioning the Wash on Sunday Post.

Kilmer Mtall Adors T Ke Kilmer & Co Hinghamton N. Y Washon Sunday Post

Woman About Town Carry Sudden Death With Them

A Washington physician discusses the lure of poison and suicide as a quick release after disasters. He notes men are more likely to carry means for self harm, while telling a lead pencil poison fear anecdote, and recalls a case where an overdose altered a cancer diagnosis.

Tam Beyord

May Be Held For Homicide In Sickle Smith Death

Louis Sickle arrested on account of James Smith's death after a saloon altercation at 617 D Street NW six weeks earlier. Smith died after head abscess from a jaw blow. Coroner Nevitt to hold inquest Tuesday to determine if the blow was the primary cause. Sickle claims self defense.

Louis Sickle James Smith Patrick F. O'Connor D Street Dennis Sickle Smith Providence Hospital Nevitt Sickle Howlett

Peruna touted by saleswoman and workers in Minn dept store

An article quotes Miss Nellie Curtain of 646 Pearl Street St Paul Minn as a department store saleswoman praising Peruna. It argues catarrhal conditions drain mucus and weaken the body. A Des Moines manager, Mrs H Kasvat, credits Peruna with restoring strength after illness. It invites readers to purchase Peruna and asks to write for Dr Hartman’s free advice.

Nellie Curtain Pearl Street St. Pauli Minn Peruna H Kxasvatt 13Th Street Des Moines Iowa Peruna JT Hartman Dr. Hartman Hartman Sanitarium Crumbus Ohio

Oldest Illinois Republican Club Holds Record Outing

The Illinois Republican Association in Washington drew over 1200 attendees for its Marshall Hall outing, a record for the state group. Capt. L. M. Kelley, deputy pension commissioner, presided as president since 1900, with officers including Robert Hitt Jr, Electa Smith, L. B. Stine, and R. Stone Jackson. The group’s finances have risen from near empty to over $300 in the treasury, with plans to donate part to Illinois’ national committee representative.

Washington Mlindie Republican Association Marshall Hall Ilinois Republican Association Capt. L. M. Kelley L. B. Stine Illinois L. M. Kelley Robert Hitt, Jr Blecta Smith R. Stone Jackson

Weather Conditions and regional forecasts for July weekend

Weather Bureau notes high pressure in central regions with showers in New England and Gulf coast areas. Expect cooler temperatures in northern eastern regions with scattered rains in Missouri Valley and Rocky Mountain slopes, plus variable coastal winds and a brief set of forecasts for Sunday and Monday.

Sept of Agriculture Weather Bureau Washington Ohio Valley St Lawrence Valley Plateau Rocky Mountain New England South Atlantic Texas Miasouri Rocky Mountains Misainaipp Gulf Coast Hastera Lake Ohio Middle Atlantic Miastasinp Quit Upper Lakes Wrather AmMeck

Notice of P Mann & Co partnership and pharmacy exam

The notice states the formation of P Mann & Co a partnership of Patrick Mann and Robert El Mann to operate as agricultural implements dealers at 207 Seventh Street Northwest. It also notes the Pharmacy Commissioners exam for registration on Monday July 1 1943 at the National College of Pharmacy I Street Northwest with applications due by July 5 184. Henry A Johnston Secretary 1221 New Jersey Ave NW. East, Star Home Lawn Fete on Loeffer's lawn July 4 and 5 with rain forecast for past week. grounds reopen all day Monday fireworks Monday evening.

P Mann & Co Seventh Street Patrick Mann Robert EL Mann Commissioners OF Pharmacy A. m National Coil of Pharmacy I Street Henry A. Tohnston Phar. D New Jersey Ave. Nw Eastern Star Loeffer

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